Emmanuel College Class Action Emmanuel College Allegations: Misrepresenting that the college protects students’ personal information when it failed to do so and there was a data breach
Target’s Up & Up Cold and Flu Medicines Class Action Target’s Up & Up Cold and Flu Medicines Allegations: Falsely marketing medicines as “Non-Drowsy” when they contain an ingredient that causes drowsiness
Cupkins Cups Class Action Cupkins Cups Allegations: Misrepresenting that products are safe when they contain lead and may poison consumers
Balance of Nature Fruit and Veggies Dietary Supplements Class Action Balance of Nature Fruit and Veggies Dietary Supplements Allegations: Falsely marketing Fruits and Veggies dietary supplements
FTC COPPA Rule Comment Regulatory/Congressional Actions FTC COPPA Rule Comment TINA.org submitted a comment to the FTC regarding its proposed amendments to the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Rule.
When Privacy Concerns and Deceptive Marketing Issues Intersect Blog When Privacy Concerns and Deceptive Marketing Issues Intersect Why TINA.org supports FTC’s proposed changes to COPPA Rule but pushes for more.
SmartyPlus Subscriptions Class Action SmartyPlus Subscriptions Allegations: Falsely representing that trial subscriptions are “free,” falsely representing that subscribers may cancel their subscriptions at any time, and making it difficult to cancel
CVS Health Eye Drops Class Action CVS Health Eye Drops Allegations: Marketing products as sterile and safe when they have been contaminated with bacteria that may cause eye infections that can lead to partial vision loss or blindness
Remdesivir Class Action Remdesivir Allegations: Falsely marketing Remdesivir as safe and effective against COVID-19 without disclosing its limitations and adverse events, including fatalities
3Commas Technologies Class Action 3Commas Technologies Allegations: Falsely representing that it protects users personal information when it failed to do so and there was a data breach
KuCoin’s Collection of Biometric Data Class Action KuCoin’s Collection of Biometric Data Allegations: Requiring users to upload pictures of state-issued IDs and selfies as part of signing up without disclosing why and how long it was collecting, storing, and using their biometric…
Pioneer Bank Class Action Pioneer Bank Allegations: Misrepresenting when consumers will be charged overdraft fees
Kroger’s “Reef-Friendly” Sunscreens Class Action Kroger’s “Reef-Friendly” Sunscreens Allegations: Falsely marketing sunscreens as “reef friendly” when they contain ingredients that are harmful to coral reefs and marine life
Boost Glucose Control Supplements Class Action Boost Glucose Control Supplements Allegations: Misleadingly marketing that products help manage blood sugar, control glucose, and are “designed for people with diabetes”
“Product of USA” Beef Class Action “Product of USA” Beef Allegations: Falsely advertising beef products from imported cattle as “Product of the U.S.”
Poland Spring Bottled Waters Class Action Poland Spring Bottled Waters Allegations: Falsely marketing products as “100% Natural Spring Water”
Paramount Commemorative Coins Class Action Paramount Commemorative Coins Allegations: Failing to disclose important information about the characteristics and value of coins
H&R Block Ad Alert H&R Block FTC alleges company pressures consumers into overpaying for its tax filing software.
YouTube Subscriptions Class Action YouTube Subscriptions Allegations: Failing to adequately disclose the terms of subscriptions
Campbell’s Chunky Beef with Country Vegetable Soup Class Action Campbell’s Chunky Beef with Country Vegetable Soup Allegations: Misleadingly marketing that beef is the predominant ingredient and products contain “Country Vegetables”